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Evolution of a Filipino Family
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Title: Evolution of a Filipino Family

Release Date: 17 Sep 2004

Runtime: 10h 25m

Genre: Drama

Director: Ebolusyon Productions, Sine Olivia Pilipinas

Production Companies: Ebolusyon Productions, Sine Olivia Pilipinas

Overview: Depicting the struggles of Filipinos in rural areas under the brutal Marcos regime, a family of poor farmers tries to overcome the challenges brought on by corruption and greed for power.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.6 (27 votes)

Cast

  • Kadyo: Pen Medina
  • Fernando: Ronnie Lazaro
  • Rica: Angel Aquino
  • Mayor: Joel Torre
  • Lino Brocka: Gino Dormiendo
  • Raynaldo: Elryan de Vera
  • Puring: Angie Ferro
  • Hilda: Marife Necesito
  • Marya: Lui Manansala
  • Huling: Banaue Miclat
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